Sidewalks might not be synonymous with innovation, but the street-lining surface could soon be a lot different.
As technology gets smarter, the routes you take will too. For example, sidewalks may become more porous and absorbent in certain regions to help prevent flooding, and some pathways will even embrace green tech.
Solar Sidewalks
Innovation is already underway at George Washington University’s Virginia campus, which has the world’s first solar-powered walkway, connecting its science and technology buildings. The path — developed by Spanish company Onyx Solar — uses the sunlight to help power its built-in LED lights. Right now, the route is rather small (just 100 feet), but it’s serving as a testing ground to see how the school could make the most of the technology Read more…
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